The first-ever Tikkakoski factory was established in 1893 in Jyväskylä, Finland and the factory started manufacturing gun components early in
1918. Tikkakoski Oy and Sako cooperated on a prototype rifle series in 1981 and the rest is history. Building on Sako's long firearm-manufacturing
traditions, Tikka is able to meet the requirements of modern hunters by combining traditional gunsmith know-how with advanced technology.
Around the turn of the century, Tikka and Sako were honored to become a member of the Beretta Group, which gave access to new and advanced production methods enabling them to continuously refine product development. In addition to rifles, Tikka and Sako produces centerfire cartridges. They make more than 100 different loads in 35 popular calibers for different targets and hunting purposes. Making both rifles and cartridges is a matter of pride for Sako and Tikka. Their mission remains to offer customers the very best in accuracy and performance.